Atty. Nancy Chafin

Atty. Nancy Chafin

Ms. Nancy Chafin is a lawyer practicing business, intellectual property, real estate and 1 other area of law.

Portland Portland 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Nancy Chafin at a glance

Nancy Chafin is a business, real estate, ip, and tax attorney based in Portland, Oregon. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Texas (1982), Colorado (2002), and Oregon (2006). Educated at University of Michigan J.D. (—) and Baylor University B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Nancy Chafin is a lawyer practicing business, intellectual property, real estate and 1 other area of law
  • Nancy received a B.A. degree from Baylor University, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Nancy practices in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Nancy Chafin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Nancy Chafin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Nancy Chafin is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Oregon →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oregon

Practicing law in Oregon. Legal matters in Oregon are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Portland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oregon state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oregon brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Oregon courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Nancy Chafin

Where is Nancy Chafin's law office located?
Nancy Chafin's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nancy Chafin handle?
Nancy Chafin focuses on business, real estate, ip, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Nancy Chafin practiced law?
Nancy Chafin has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Nancy Chafin go to law school?
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How can I contact Nancy Chafin for a consultation?
You can contact Nancy Chafin directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Nancy Chafin received?
Nancy Chafin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

University of Michigan J.D.
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Baylor University B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1982
Colorado
Admitted: 2002
Oregon
Admitted: 2006

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